McDonald’s struggles to keep the name ‘Extra Value Meal’ after patent office denials
McDonald’s Fights to Regain “Extra Value Meal” Trademark McDonald’s is currently in a battle to reclaim the trademark for its “Extra Value Meal.” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office turned down the fast-food giant’s application on April 14 for the second time. They argue that the term simply describes a discounted meal option and isn’t […]
How to determine if you qualify for the $425M settlement payments from Capital One
Capital One Customers to Receive Payments from $425 Million Settlement Good news for many current and former Capital One customers—payments are on the way from a recent $425 million settlement. If you’re wondering about your eligibility, it’s a pretty straightforward process. The settlement stems from accusations against Capital One for misleading customers by marketing two […]
JetBlue alleged to manipulate personal information to raise ticket costs
JetBlue Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Ticket Pricing Practices JetBlue is currently facing a proposed class action lawsuit, which accuses the airline of using customers’ personal data to influence ticket prices. This comes after a wave of social media discussions questioning whether JetBlue employs so-called “surveillance pricing” to hike up fare costs. According to the […]
Here’s who is transitioning from CBS News to MS NOW as the cable channel increases its election coverage.
Shauna Thomas, the former executive producer of “CBS Mornings” and recognized as Gayle King’s close collaborator, is transitioning to MS NOW as the network enhances its political coverage ahead of the midterm elections. Thomas, confirmed by network owner Versant, will lead the political department, managing election and campaign coverage while also making appearances on air. […]
Silicon Valley banker seeks to exchange his $8 million property for shares in Anthropic
Silicon Valley Trader Swaps Land for AI Stock A trader in Silicon Valley is offering up his 14 acres of land in exchange for stock in Anthropic, an artificial intelligence firm, highlighting the extreme measures investors are willing to take to enter the booming AI market. Storm Duncan, the founder of a technology-focused investment bank […]
Spirit Airlines is close to a deal for rescue after Trump calls for someone to purchase the bankrupt airline.
Trump Administration Close to Spirit Airlines Deal The Trump administration is reportedly close to finalizing a deal aimed at helping troubled low-cost airline, Spirit Airlines. According to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal, the U.S. government could lend Spirit up to $500 million, potentially in exchange for a warrant to acquire stocks in the […]
Santa Monica adopts legal open-container drinking to revitalize the Promenade
There’s some positive news for the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, which has faced several closures lately. Mayor Caroline Trosis shared with the California Post that the entertainment zone initiative launched in the summer of 2025 has been successful, particularly with its allowance for outdoor alcohol consumption. “We’re experimenting with what works and what […]
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights due to rising oil prices from the Iran conflict
The German airline group, which includes Lufthansa along with other European carriers, announced plans on Tuesday to cancel 20,000 short-haul flights through October. This decision comes amid rising oil prices attributed to the ongoing conflict in Iran and concerns over jet fuel shortages in certain regions. By dropping less profitable routes—primarily at its main hubs […]
Livvy Dunne models for Sydney Sweeney’s lingerie line as Victoria’s Secret falls sharply.
Sydney Sweeney’s SYRN Teases Collaboration with Olivia Dunn, Impacting Victoria’s Secret Stock Sydney Sweeney’s lingerie brand, SYRN, recently shared a photo shoot featuring Olivia “Livi” Dunn, suggesting a possible partnership that could significantly impact the lingerie market. This speculation has reportedly caused a dip of over 4% in Victoria’s Secret stock. In a Tuesday post […]
Months into his role on ‘CBS Evening News,’ Tony Dokoupil falls further behind competitors in recent ratings.
Since taking the reins as anchor of “CBS Evening News,” Tony Dokoupil still trails significantly behind his competitors, as shown by the latest Nielsen ratings. The show pulled in about 3.8 million viewers in the week ending April 6, with less than 500,000 in the crucial adult 25-to-54 age group. This sharp decline places CBS […]